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Clayface reactions are in, and the word is body horror that doesn't hold back. Pablo and Brian break down what the reactions say, why the "anti-hero" label was a Sony-sized mistake, and why reviews matter more for a comic book horror film than for normal horror.

Then the business side: James Gunn and Peter Safran's premiere quotes about David Ellison inviting them to "continue," why that isn't a contract, and why Brian thinks Man of Tomorrow is Gunn's last stand — a Justice League movie in all but name. Plus Gunn's one-word answer on the DCU Batman, Ben Affleck calling Justice League the low point of his career and Kevin Feige "a kind of genius," and what's still alive at DC: James Mangold's Swamp Thing and the Mister Miracle animated series.

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Steven Soderbergh is stepping in to finish principal photography on The Batman Part II. Matt Reeves is attending to an ongoing family matter and won't be on set while Soderbergh shoots, but the studio says the two will stay in contact and Reeves will resume control of post-production when he's ready. Pablo and Brian break down the official statements from DC Studios, Soderbergh and Reeves, and what they reveal about the studio's plan A and plan B.

First question: did Soderbergh really initiate contact, as the statement suggests? The two have never worked together, and Brian suspects the studio put out feelers around Hollywood. Then why the job fits Soderbergh right now: a director without a big-budget hit in years, whose recent spy thriller Black Bag was good but didn't make money, and who loves riffing on other filmmakers' work, like his black-and-white, dialogue-free recut of Raiders of the Lost Ark.

We compare this to Zack Snyder's exit from Justice League and to Rogue One, where Gareth Edwards took the film most of the way and Tony Gilroy brought it home. Brian's prediction: if this collaboration works, Soderbergh directs The Batman Part III and Reeves writes and produces. Pablo thinks Soderbergh's speed could rub off on Reeves, and Brian points out that Reeves delivered Dawn (2014) and War for the Planet of the Apes (2017) on a quick schedule, so what changed on Batman?

Pablo also wishes he could sit in on the conversations between the two directors, and Brian weighs Soderbergh's Ocean's and Traffic years against his last decade at the box office. Also: the rumors about James Gunn's role in the delay, a Val Kilmer shout-out, The Penguin, and the selfish sadness of maybe never seeing 100% of Reeves' vision.

Does Soderbergh stepping in change your expectations? Let us know.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro: We Called It

00:45 - Steven Soderbergh Steps In on The Batman Part II

01:44 - The Official Statements: DC, Soderbergh & Reeves

03:06 - Pablo: Soderbergh Can't Wait Either

04:01 - Did Soderbergh Really Make the First Call?

05:51 - Why Soderbergh Wants This: A Big-Budget Comeback

07:17 - Soderbergh's Raiders of the Lost Ark Experiment

09:32 - Plan A vs. Plan B: A Less Contentious Rogue One

10:32 - Is Soderbergh Auditioning for The Batman Part III?

11:31 - Does This Change Our Expectations?

13:34 - Planet of the Apes Speed vs. Batman Delays

15:26 - Brian's Prediction

15:41 - Is James Gunn Part of the Delay?

16:42 - Will We See 100% of Reeves' Vision?

17:38 - The Penguin & Who Calls the Shots

19:02 - Wrap-Up

In this episode of DC RoundUp (Part 2), Pablo and Brian Schultz deliver an essential breakdown of the official Skydance and Warner Bros merger closure[2][22]. We separate confirmed corporate facts from internet speculation, outlining the exact future of DC Studios under David Ellison and newly appointed co-CEO Ynon Kreiz[3]. While James Gunn and Peter Safran remain in their roles today, their existing contracts expire in 2027 following Man of Tomorrow without a long-term extension in place[3].

We also analyze key clues from Skydance's internal town hall sizzle reel, including heavy Christopher Nolan Batman footage, the exclusion of DCEU history, and DC Studios remaining an independent label reporting directly to the C-suite[7]. Furthermore, we unpack why Skydance fired Warner Bros film chiefs Michael DeLuca and Pamela Abdi despite their record-breaking 2026 box office run, exposing how Skydance's cold, data-driven analytics model demands immediate $1 billion commercial hits to manage an $80 billion debt load[4]. Finally, we examine Steven Spielberg and Michael Bay returning to Transformers, potential Elseworlds AI licensing, and who could ultimately take over DC Studios[28].

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Welcome back to The NerdGen Report! In this episode of DC RoundUp, Pablo and Brian Schultz break down a massive wave of news, studio shutdowns, and season finales shaking up Warner Bros and DC Studios.[1] First, we announce an important strategy pivot for our YouTube audience: full hour-long deep dives are now exclusive to our podcast feeds, while YouTube features tighter, topic-specific clips.[1][26]

Next, we deliver a complete post-mortem on the Lanterns Season 1 finale on HBO.[2][27] We dissect why John Stewart's rogue non-traditional lantern arc and cheap visual effects disappointed core comic purists[10], even as the show pulled solid casual streaming numbers between 500M and 600M minutes.[11] Then we tackle the shocking production shutdown on The Batman Part II after Matt Reeves stepped away for personal family matters[6][30], exploring whether Andy Serkis could step in to finish the film.[7][25] Finally, we react to James Gunn's fiery viral defense of Clayface[17][31], debunk Adria Arjona Wonder Woman rumors[18][32], and grade every DCU project commercially—revealing why the universe has zero 'A' hits and multiple 'F' grades so far.[4]

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In this episode of the Nerd Gem Report, hosts Pablo and Brian discuss the latest developments in the DC Universe, focusing on the Lanterns series, performance of the cast, and the implications of James Gunn's leadership. They also delve into Paramount's recent settlement and its potential impact on the future of DC films and shows. The conversation delves into the current state of the DC film universe, discussing the management of expectations for upcoming films, the unique animation style of 'Dynamic Duo', and the implications of casting rumors surrounding Batman. The speakers also explore the darker themes in Robert Pattinson's portrayal of Batman and the anticipation for future releases in the franchise.

Takeaways

• DC needs to improve viewership
• James Gunn's future is uncertain Expectations shape film success
• Animation can innovate storytelling

Chapters

• 00:00 DC Universe Updates and Expectations
• 02:58 Lanterns: Episode Recap and Viewer Engagement
• 06:14 Performance Analysis of Main Cast
• 08:57 James Gunn's Leadership and Future of DC
• 11:52 Paramount's Settlement and Future Strategies
• 22:54 The State of the Organization
• 24:23 Managing Expectations for Upcoming Films
• 25:56 Dynamic Duo: A New Animation Style
• 28:05 Rumors Surrounding Batman Casting
• 30:37 The Duality of Batman
• 35:19 Pattinson's Darker Take on Batman
• 39:19 Anticipation for Upcoming Releases
• 43:26 The Future of DC Films

Lanterns' ratings have stalled. HBO's Green Lantern series is pulling roughly 500 million viewing minutes a week on Nielsen, just around or outside the top 10, while Reacher runs 1 to 1.5 billion and Lioness 800 to 900 million. This week, Pablo and Brian recap Lanterns episodes 5 and 6, explain why the mystery has plateaued, and ask whether a season two is really a given with the merger closing and key contracts expiring next year.

The Lanterns discussion covers what worked, Sinestro's escape, the action in town, Kelly Macdonald's consistency, and what didn't: the ring's convenient 5% charge, a Sinestro prison break we were told about instead of shown, and a Green Lantern who still hasn't built anything with his ring. Brian ranks Kyle Chandler's Hal Jordan number one by a mile; Pablo goes with Aaron Pierre. Then James Gunn's response to fans upset about Hal Jordan's fate, and why Brian calls the show 'working-ish.'

Next, Paramount settles with the states. Brian predicted a settlement months ago, and now he reads the fine print: a 30-to-32-film theatrical pledge where re-releases can count, a $50 million budget floor for only six or seven films, and a penalty that means a fine and selling Miramax. His prediction: close quietly, play nice, then let contracts, Gunn's and Casey Bloys' included, expire in 2027. Pablo pitches selling DC outright. Brian says you never sell the trophy asset first.

Also: Gunn lowering expectations for Man of Tomorrow, the Dynamic Duo animated film from Swaybox focused on Dick Grayson and Jason Todd, the report that Alan Ritchson passed on a DCU Batman cameo, Robert Pattinson and Sebastian Stan on The Batman Part II, and the Batman: Knightfall Part Two trailer, plus whether Knightfall deserved a theatrical run.

In this week's episode of The NerdGen Report, Brian Schultz and Pablo dissect the explosive revelations behind why Marvel's Blade movie never happened. Two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali is officially spilling the tea on how seven years of broken corporate promises, constant script rewrites, and production delays sidetracked his career momentum. We examine the growing gap between Marvel's public announcements and behind-the-scenes realities, delivering an unfiltered industry breakdown of Kevin Feige's handling of the reboot.

We also explore what this major franchise collapse signals for the future of the MCU, comic book adaptations, and actor commitments in Hollywood. From production paralysis to talent frustration, we bring you the receipts on why this highly anticipated reboot fell apart. If you want honest comic book movie news, Marvel breakdowns, and data-driven fan analysis, subscribe to The NerdGen Report—your home for nerd culture news broadcast weekly from New Jersey!

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In this special September 11 edition of The NerdGen Report, Pablo and Brian reflect on personal New York City memories before diving headfirst into a packed DC RoundUp breaking down the biggest corporate leaks, production teasers, and streaming reviews across DC Studios [1, 11].

First, we deliver our deep-dive review of HBO's Lanterns Season 1, Episode 4. Written by Brianna Gibson (The Penguin), this episode returns to pure investigative mystery as Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) confronts Sinestro (Oreg Thomas) in a chilling, Silence of the Lambs-style prison interrogation [13, 24]. We analyze John Stewart's (Aaron Pierre) architect-level ring mastery, Garrett Dillahunt’s bizarre nude portrait scene as William Macon, and the secret anti-alien armory setup—is this LexCorp tech or Wayne Tech [16, 22, 41]?

Next, we address Jeff Sneider’s massive retraction on James Gunn’s contract extension, explaining why the initial report was a misunderstanding of his short-term Man of Tomorrow agreement [45, 46]. We also react to Robert Pattinson’s comments describing Matt Reeves’ script for The Batman Part II as a "radical change" to comic canon [57], analyze leaked set footage of a dancing Gorilla Grodd in The People vs. Gorilla Grodd [70], and dissect Adria Arjona’s subtle hints about playing Wonder Woman [77].

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Welcome back to The NerdGen Report with your hosts Pablo and Brian! Based in New Jersey, we are your home for weekly nerd culture news and data-driven fan takes. In this episode of our DCU breakdown, we are diving headfirst into the massive controversy surrounding HBO's Lanterns Episode 3. Written by Vanessa Baden Kelly, this episode has ignited a fierce fan debate by heavily retconning John Stewart’s origin story and portraying Hal Jordan in a shockingly antagonistic light. We debate whether these blunt creative choices alienate the audience or successfully explore vital themes. We also break down the budget-saving decision to have John interview a human-form Guardian (played by Laura Linney) in a local house rather than Oa

Next, we tackle the viral rumor that James Gunn has signed a multi-year contract extension with Paramount. We look at why this "vote of confidence" might actually be a cynical strategy to protect the box office numbers of Superman: Man of Tomorrow. Plus, we review the spectacular new animated film Batman: Nightfall Part 1, breaking down the distinct 2D/3D animation style, Michael Mando’s phenomenal voice performance as Bane, and why this movie is a solid 5-star masterpiece. Finally, we call out Gal Gadot's latest interview claims about Wonder Woman 3 as a classic, narrative-spinning "Rock move". Subscribe to The NerdGen Report for weekly comic book movie reviews and deep dives!

Welcome back to The NerdGen Report, a New Jersey-based podcast bringing you nerd culture news and data-driven fan takes with receipts! In this episode of The Void, Pablo and Brian deliver a comprehensive MCU breakdown of Marvel TV's massive structural pivot. According to new industry reports, Disney+ is officially segregating its live-action shows from theatrical movie canon to prevent audience "homework" fatigue.

We dive deep into the fallout from the Wonder Man cancellation as star Yaya Abdul-Mateen II calls out Marvel's viewership claims and exposes the obvious optics of letting black-led projects implode while others sail forward. Plus, we react to the delayed Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 trailer and debate the upcoming Avengers: Endgame theatrical re-release meant to reclaim its box office crown from Avatar. Finally, we analyze the dominance of Alan Ritchson in Reacher ,pitch a John Kosinski-directed Six Trillion Dollar Man , and discuss Taylor Sheridan's impending Paramount exit Subscribe for weekly nerd culture deep dives!

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Welcome back to The NerdGen Report, your New Jersey-based home for weekly nerd culture news and data-driven fan takes! In this blockbuster D23 recap, Pablo and Brian react to Marvel's official X-Men movie cast announcements [1]. We analyze Christopher Abbott taking the mantle of a 40-year-old Professor X [9, 10], Kit Connor and Sadie Sink establishing their franchise chemistry as Cyclops and Jean Grey [16, 17], and the internet-breaking scoop that Joanna Calo and The Bear creative team are rewriting the screenplay [47]. We also debate the split fan reaction to Indy Navaretti's Rogue and introduce Broadway sensation Maya Boyd as our new live-action Storm [22, 27].

But the D23 announcements don't stop at mutants! We dissect the trippy new Vision Quest trailer, revealing how James Spader’s Ultron and Paul Bettany's Vision are returning in human form [48, 49, 52]. Plus, we share our honest, unfiltered thoughts on the underwhelming Ahsoka Season 2 trailer [54], break down the massive, record-breaking pre-sales for Avengers: Doomsday [63], and discuss why DC is starting to look incredibly small in the face of Marvel's upcoming multi-billion dollar box office onslaught [73]. Subscribe for weekly comic book movie reviews and honest media analysis!

Welcome back to The NerdGen Report! In this episode, Pablo, Brian, and special guest Chuck deliver an in-depth, spoiler-filled Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie review. We break down the sheer scale of the historic box office run, which saw a massive $927 million global opening weekend and a photo-finish with Endgame in the US. We dissect Tom Holland's phenomenal performance as a mature, adult Peter Parker struggling with isolation, trauma, and loneliness.

Then, we dive into the massive spoiler territory of this MCU breakdown. We analyze Sadie Sink's portrayal of Jean Grey and her tragic, body-jumping bond with Peter, and explain the terrifying implications of Peter's new mutant-suppressing technology falling into the hands of Metzger and Damage Control. Plus, we rate all the blockbuster cameos—from Florence Pugh’s Black Widow to a savage, ferocious Hulk and John Bernthal’s PG-13 Punisher. Finally, we discuss MJ and Ned's tragic handshake, the Hobgoblin setup, and what that Battle World post-credit scene means for the future. Subscribe for weekly nerd culture deep dives and data-driven fan takes!

External Quotes Referenced in the Episode:

• Amy Pascal & Kevin Feige on the visual style: "When he wears the mask, this is the perspective. You can still see his eyes... Spidey Sense will now have its own unique sound. The goal was to make audiences hear it, feel it, and experience it alongside Peter."
• Destin Daniel Cretton on the swinging POV: "We are also getting a lot of POV shots throughout the movie... a new wrist perspective swing shot... The goal is immersion rather than observation."

3 Short Pull-Quotes from Brian & Pablo (For Social Copy):

• Brian on Tom Holland's legacy: "Tom Holland officially takes the mantle from Robert Downey as the MC of the MCU. It's certified. It's over."
• Pablo on the film's grounding: "I gotta give a golf clap for keeping it disciplined and not taking off his mask as much when he didn't need to."
• Brian on the tragic ending setup: "Peter single-handedly invented this chip that might suppress mutation. When he connects with the X-Men, they're gonna have problems with him. Love how they set that up."

A discussion about the movie 'The Odyssey' directed by Christopher Nolan, focusing on the storytelling, visual aspects, and character portrayals. The conversation delves into the audience's experience, the portrayal of Odysseus, the action sequences, and the representation of the gods in the film. A detailed discussion on the film 'Oppenheimer' and its various aspects, including performances, music, and visual effects. The conversation also delves into the box office success of the movie and its potential for awards. Additionally, the hosts share their personal rankings of Christopher Nolan's films and their favorite Nolan movies.

Takeaways

• Nolan's 'The Odyssey' presents a unique and mature exploration of Odysseus' journey, emphasizing the character's internal struggles and the consequences of his actions.
• The action sequences in the film are realistic and flawed, reflecting Odysseus' human nature and lack of superhero abilities.
• The portrayal of the gods in the film is unconventional, with a deliberate choice to erase their presence and personalize them as representations of conscience and guilt. 'Oppenheimer' has received high praise for its technical aspects, performances, and music, with a strong potential for awards.
• The film's box office success and global impact indicate its widespread appeal and potential for record-breaking earnings.
• The hosts share their personal rankings of Christopher Nolan's films, highlighting their favorite Nolan movies and the impact of 'Oppenheimer' on their rankings.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Odyssey: Nolan's Unique Vision
• 15:04 Audience Experience and Character Portrayals
• 30:05 Action Sequences and Visual Representation
• 41:32 Ranking Christopher Nolan's Films

The NerdGen Report discusses the Marvel announcements from San Diego Comic-Con 2026, including the reveal of the new star for Black Panther 3 and the casting of Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider. The conversation also touches on the excitement surrounding the upcoming Spider-Man movie and the potential box office competition between Dune and Doomsday.

Takeaways

• Black Panther 3 casting announcement
• Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider
• Potential box office competition between Dune and Doomsday

Chapters

• 00:00 Black Panther 3 Casting Announcement
• 02:27 Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider
• 09:04 Excitement for the Upcoming Spider-Man Movie
• 26:31 Box Office Competition: Dune vs. Doomsday

In this Marvel Roundup, we break down the surprisingly underwhelming Avengers: Doomsday trailer and predict why Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will crush it at the box office.
Welcome back to the NerdGen Report! Today, Pablo and Brian are comparing the massive hype for Spider-Man: Brand New Day against the newly released, highly debated Avengers: Doomsday trailer.

Brian breaks down why the Doomsday trailer feels like "Jordan on the Wizards"—old, tired, and uninteresting when compared to massive modern cinematic epics.

While we give major praise to Robert Downey Jr.'s foreboding, non-Tony Stark voice work as Doctor Doom, we heavily critique the trailer's forced exposition, recycled Cinemacon footage, and the bizarre, unearned Shang-Chi/Channing Tatum team-up.
We also dive into behind-the-scenes rumors of friction in the Doomsday editing room.
Then, we pivot to the bright spot of the MCU: Tom Holland's Spider-Man. We discuss Destin Daniel Cretton's genius plan to use immersive POV camera shots for web-swinging, and make our ultimate data-driven prediction: Spider-Man will beat Avengers: Doomsday at the box office by at least $500 million to $1 billion.

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Welcome back to The NerdGen Report ! This week, Pablo and Brian dive into an incredible Marvel Roundup, starting with our spoiler review of X-Men '97 Episode 4.
We break down En Sabah Nur's tragic origin, Beast's horrific realization on the ship, and the hilarious moment Kang the Conqueror decided to run away.
Brian explains why this episode's structure is the perfect blueprint for live-action X-Men.

Next, we look ahead to San Diego Comic-Con.
Will Marvel Studios use Hall H to finally unveil the MCU 2.0 live-action mutant cast? We discuss the massive rumors surrounding Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Wagner Moura as Mr. Sinister, and Odessa A'zion as Rogue.

Then, we analyze the jaw-dropping box office tracking for Tom Holland’s next Spider-Man film.
With presales crashing systems in Korea and China, we break down why the film is tracking ahead of Deadpool & Wolverine and could easily cross the $2 billion mark, beating Avengers: Doomsday.

Finally, we tackle the latest frustrating casting rumor: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in talks to play a live-action Apocalypse.
Following the massive box office failure of the live-action Moana, we explain why The Rock's prime has passed and why casting him as the MCU's En Sabah Nur would be a catastrophic, goofy mistake.

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Welcome back to a massive DC Roundup episode of the NerdGen Report! This week, Pablo and Brian dive into the explosive fallout from Supergirl’s messy production, the growing tension between Matt Reeves and James Gunn, and a shocking leak regarding the Lanterns HBO series.

First, we break down the Hollywood Reporter exposé that revealed the studio released the "Gunn Cut" of Supergirl—a film that is now rapidly losing screens and projected to lose Warner Bros upwards of $200 million. With the movie hitting Max in less than a month, we discuss how this historic bomb is causing panic at DC Studios, reportedly causing the cancellation of Peter Jackson's secret V for Vendetta series.

We also examine the rumors that Superman: Man of Tomorrow is turning into a bloated Justice League movie filled with cameos, and why Matt Reeves is actively fighting to keep James Gunn's DCU Batman far away from his universe. Plus, Jeffrey Wright speaks on the cinematic prestige of The Batman Part 2, we mock the absurdity of the upcoming Jimmy Olsen & Gorilla Grodd show starring Jimmy Tatro, and we discuss the massive leak that Hal Jordan could die in the first episode of Lanterns.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Nerd Gym Report! This week, Pablo and Brian break down the three-episode premiere of X-Men '97 Season 2, the fallout from Bo DeMayo's Vanity Fair profile, and Tom Holland's massive box office trajectory.

First, we give our spoiler-free review of X-Men '97 Season 2. While the three-timeline structure covering the past, present, and future is ambitious, Brian explains why the new episodes feel like they are operating half a notch below season one. We discuss the new Vanity Fair profile on former showrunner Bo DeMayo, his legal status, and why the show is currently missing the signature "soap opera" drama that defined the first season.

Then, we look at the rumored Marvel Studios slate for the post-Secret Wars era. While Black Panther 3 and Spider-Man 5 are absolute locks, we discuss why a Thunderbolts sequel and Shang-Chi 2 make zero financial sense right now. Finally, we analyze the jaw-dropping box office tracking for Spider-Man. With estimates climbing to a $230 million domestic opening and a massive Chinese release, could Tom Holland hit $2 billion and officially replace the Avengers as the dominant force in the MCU?

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The conversation delves into the fallout of the Supergirl movie, the box office disaster, creative leadership and talent evaluation, and rumors and speculations about the future of the DCU. The conversation delves into the state of the DCU, the decline of DCU projects, the risk of Green Lantern, James Gunn's impact on the DCU, the future of Man of Tomorrow, the concerns of Matt Reeves, the potential of Clayface, and the discussion of female-led IP projects.

Takeaways

• Supergirl movie's disastrous performance
• Issues with creative leadership and talent evaluation
• Rumors and speculations about the future of the DCU DCU projects are facing a decline in quality and audience reception.
• The potential of female-led IP projects is being closely monitored for their impact on the industry.

Chapters

• 00:00 Supergirl Fallout
• 23:30 Creative Leadership and Talent Evaluation
• 38:50 Rumors and Speculations
• 44:10 The Future of Man of Tomorrow
• 52:07 The Concerns of Matt Reeves
• 01:00:22 The Potential of Clayface
• 01:09:48 Female-Led IP Projects

Welcome back to a brand new episode of the NerdGen Report! This week, Pablo and Brian are going straight into our spoiler review for Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Is this the movie that puts dirt on the coffin for James Gunn's new DCU?

In this video:

• An Indefensible Failure: Brian breaks down why he believes this is one of the worst and most offensive efforts in the superhero genre, calling out the lazy storytelling and wasted potential of Krypton.
• The Sci-Fi Channel Gunn Knockoff: We discuss the atrocious, dark visual choices and why the constant pop-music needle drops made the movie feel like a cheap TV imitation of Guardians of the Galaxy.
• Ignoring the Comics: We read the shocking quote from director Craig Gillespie admitting he purposefully did not look at Tom King's vivid comic book run when creating the film's aesthetic.
• Disastrous Box Office: With projections putting the opening weekend under $40 million, we look at how Supergirl is struggling to even surpass Sony's Morbius.
• The WB Sale & Peter Safran's Delusion: We analyze Peter Safran's recent comments about David Ellison's set visit, and why it is blatantly obvious that the new ownership will fire the current regime and clean house.

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